Question

Plastic is used for making a large variety of articles of daily use and these articles are very attractive. But it is advised to avoid the use of plastic as far as possible. Why?

Answer 1

Plastics:

• Plastics are non-biodegradable substances that are widely used because of their low cost, versatility, and durability.
• Since plastic is an uncommon target for bacteria, it is non – biodegradable.
• Chemicals added to plastics are absorbed by human bodies.
• Some of these compounds can alter hormones or can cause other human health effects.
• Eating food out of plastic containers may cause cancer.
• Both creation and recycling of plastic produce toxic gases and residues that can cause air and water and land pollution.
• Hence, it is advised to avoid the use of plastic as far as possible.